Novels by RoyaleAuthor

A day had passed since my encounter with Mr Russo. I had encouraged myself to move on from how low he taught me. How he saw me shouldn't matter to me. I would be out of his air soon.As I tried to forget him, his child rumbled for food in my belly. And I was craving my stir-fried potatoes. I made it for lunch and just had lunch with the exact ingredients I use every time I make it for Mom and Jenna. The burst of flavor from the garlic and ginger made my stir-fried potatoes top-notch! Chefs kiss. If I could I would own my restaurant someday. Everyone who has tasted my food has pushed me to kickstart the idea. However, I was reluctant because of the funds needed. However I could now once the baby is born.As I finished doing the dishes, I decided to take a stroll till I found myself at the same spot where I was made feel less of myself by Mr Russo. A familiar rustle in the bushes startled me. Penelope emerged, a mischievous grin spreading across her face.“Caught you red-handed, Jasm

Two weeks had whooshed by since I stepped into the Russo mansion. At first, it felt weird living with strangers. But things were starting to get better. The grumpy security guard, Thomas, finally started nodding at me in the mornings, which was a huge improvement from his scary first stare.Penelope had now become more than an acquaintance to me, were friends already. She spends her free time with me talking and playing card games. She has been like a burst of sunshine and I sense a flicker of genuine care and friendship from her.She informed me that all the staff were aware of the purpose of my stay. They had also been duly instructed to keep the secret with them, not discussing the matter with anyone. Which made me. Wonder if they also signed any agreement.With time, Penelope introduced me to the other staff, inviting me for dinner at the staff quarters every night to dine with them. Which is something l always look forward to, the laughter that roared from every conversation and

The soft glow of dawn filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle light into the room. Today was the day. Anxiety made my stomach twist and turn. Dragging myself out of bed, I tried to shake off the heaviness I felt in my chest. I got dressed in silence, hallowing in my thoughts. Thankfully I had laid down my clothes the night before, It made it easy for me to get ready. I wish my story was different. I wish I didn’t have to go through all the ordeals life keeps bringing my way. But I guess I should still be grateful for having a means to get out of this particular ordeal. At least there was the opportunity to do this to help Mom. A knock on the door pulled me out of my thoughts, as I brushed my hair. With a heavy sigh, she opened the door to find Penelope standing on the other side “Good Morning Ms Jasmine” she greeted while slightly bowing “Penelope?” I asked “Please don’t bow. And also Jasmine is fine” I corrected her “I’m sorry ma,” she said bowing again “I mean, Jasmine.

As I approached the Russo mansion my heart fluttered with a nervous anticipation. I had agreed to become a surrogate for a billionaire couple that despises my guts. A Part of me wondered what living with them for the next few months would be like. Stepping out of the vehicle. I hesitated at the intimidating mansion entrance that looked before me. I was unsure of whether to ask the guards if anyone was coming to usher me in or if I should just say where I was till someone came to get me. I took a deep breath while clinging to my handbag and the door finally swung open revealing Mrs Russo. I smoothed down my dress, a floral dress with hues of pastel colors such as baby pink, lilac, and more of baby blue. It was a simple dress with a squared neckline. And the little act of smoothing it helped me summon courage and prepare myself as Mrs Russo got closer to where I stood. Her eyes scanned my two suitcases and moved her gaze back to my appearance. “What are you? 10? What’s with all the

LEONARDOS POV “That’s impossible! Are you insane? A surrogate, Isabella?”“Come of it Leonardo, that could be our only way out. We've been married for what? A year now. Don’t you think we need to expand our options?”“I am not going to have my child through someone I know nothing about and not having this conversation with you as well I stormed off”What was her problem, what had come over her? Last I remember she was nonchalant about this whole child thing, so what has changed? She was always the one to set family and friends straight about not appreciating the pressure to have a child. So what has come over her now? This wasn’t how I wanted to start my Monday morning. I had tons of meetings today and I had to be in the right mind space to discuss with investors. But clearly, she has managed to get me in a cranky mood. “Good Morning Mr Russo, Barr. Josh is in your office” My receptionist, Angela greeted me as I walked past her without saying a word “Yo! Look who finally showed u

“You want me to move in with you?” I asked looking at both Mrs Russo and her husband “I can't do that” “Why not?” Mr. Russo finally spoke shooting me a daring look as though I was his enemy and his voice as cold as ice. “No reason, in particular, I just can't,” I said fumbling with my necklace “Or you expect us to pay you extra for moving in with us?” he responded with the most mocking voice ever. What exactly was his deal? He was acting like I was an enemy. I'm helping out their family. “This has nothing to do with your money,” I responded firmly“Of course it doesn’t” I caught him rolling his eyes at me “Leon” I noticed Mrs Russo gently touch his arm as though she was trying to tell him to behave “Moving in would put me at risk of losing my job. All staff are expected to live within proximity to the office” I say to Mrs Russo. Thinking she would speak to her husband on my behalf“Well actually Ms Jasmine, You’re expected to also quit your job while you're carrying the child.